Parks Commission Meeting
Regular MeetingMauston, WI · May 4, 2026
Minutes
PARKS COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
May 04, 2026 at 4:45 PM
1260 North Road Mauston, WI
1. Call to Order/Roll Call: The Board of Parks Commission met on Monday, May 4, 2026, at the
Public Works Building. Chair Mike Taake called the meeting to order at 4:47 p.m. Members present
were Mike Taake, Laura Taake, Lori Hammer, Mary Ann Allaby, and Julie Lynch. Absent were Dan
Holzberger and Amanda Ketcham. Also present was Parks Superintendent Jordan Wilke. Two
Mauston High School students were in attendance observing democracy as part of a classroom
assignment.
2. Minutes: Motion by L. Taake, seconded by Allaby, to approve the April 6, 2026, minutes. Motion
carried by voice vote.
3. Financial Reports: The April financial reports were reviewed with no concerns or questions.
4. Park Board Recognition: Wilke reported that commemorative trees and plaques are being
purchased in recognition of former Park Board members Jim Kolba and Todd Galbrecht. The Kolba
tree and plaque will be placed at Lions Park and the Galbrecht tree and plaque at Riverside Park.
The Park Board thanks both gentlemen for their contribution of time, thought, and effort over many
years on the Park Commission Board. Chair Mike Taake welcomed Julie Lynch to the Board.
5. Sterling Walsh Backboard: Chair Mike Taake reported that the April 25, 2026, dedication event
for the Sterling Walsh hitting wall at Lions Park was well attended. Wilke noted that minor
installation issues were identified and the company has been contacted regarding repairs.
6. June Park Walkthrough: The June 1, 2026, meeting will include the annual park walkthrough
beginning at the boat landing pavilion at 4:45 p.m. Riverside Park and Marachowsky Park will be
toured, with additional parks visited as time permits.
7. Staff Report: Wilke reported that a dedicated spokesperson/liaison procedure is being developed
for park usage groups to improve communication and coordination. Reservation forms will be
updated accordingly. Staff continue preparing parks for the summer season, including installation
of piers and docks, mowing operations, and restroom maintenance and repairs.
8. Adjourn: Motion by Allaby, seconded by M. Taake, to adjourn. Motion carried by voice vote. The
meeting adjourned at 5:10 PM.
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Chair Date
Agenda
PARKS COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA
May 04, 2026 at 4:45 PM
1260 North Road Mauston, WI
1. Call to Order/Roll Call
2. Discussion and Action Regarding Minutes
a. April 6, 2026
3. Review Financial Reports
a. Financial Reports
4. Park Board Recognition of Former Park Board Commission Member - Todd Galbrecht
5. Discussion and Action Regarding Jim Kolba Tree and Location
6. Discussion and Update Regarding Sterling Walsh Backboard
7. Discussion and Action Regarding June Park Board Meeting Park Walkthrough
8. Staff Report
a. Discussion and Action Regarding Communication With Groups like Soccer, Tennis, Pickleball,
etc.
9. Adjourn
NOTICE:
It is possible that action will be taken on any of the items on the agenda and that the agenda may be
discussed in any order. It is also possible that a quorum of other governmental bodies of the municipality
may be in attendance at the above-stated meeting to gather information; no action will be taken by any
governmental body at the above-stated meeting other than the governmental body specifically referred
to above in this notice.
Also, upon reasonable notice, efforts will be made to accommodate the needs of disabled individuals
through appropriate aids and services. For additional information or to request this service, contact City
Deputy Clerk Carole Wolff at (608) 747-2706.
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of the meeting. Staff will be happy to provide instructions on joining the meeting by phone. City Hall main
number: 608-847-6676
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